Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Vol.77, No.11, 2448-2454, 2000
Mathematical modeling and experimental study of conveyor belt continuous curing process
A mathematical model was developed to predict the temperature distribution within various layers of conveyor belts during the continuous curing process. The results predicted by the model are found to be in good agreement with the experimental results, hence justifying the capability of the model for simulation of the conveyor belt continuous process. This information was utilized to provide more insight into the curing process in terms of the state of cure (SOC) and/or the degree of conversion, which may, in turn, be utilized for the optimization of the curing process.
Keywords:conveyor belt;continuous curing;mathematical modeling;heat of vulcanization;state of cure;conversion